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Researchers Identify Species of Bacteria Linked to Lameness in Broiler Chickens
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Researchers at the University of Arkansas have identified a species of bacteria that had never before been associated with lameness in broiler chickens, bringing scientists closer to finding a way to prevent infections. Using genetic tools and chickens raised on wire flooring, the research team determined the bacterium Staphylococcus agnetis is significantly involved…
Head Volleyball Coach Resigns
Robert Pulliza has resigned from his position as the head women’s volleyball coach at the University of Arkansas, which was announced on Wednesday by Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics Jeff Long. “I have accepted Coach Pulliza’s resignation and we wish him the best in his future coaching career,” Long said. “I believe we have…
Exercise Science Students Win Three Categories of Awards at Regional Meeting
Three University of Arkansas students studying exercise science brought home top awards from the Central States regional meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine this fall. Lisa Jansen won the award for best doctoral student, Megan Rosa won the award for best master’s student and Lauren Wethington won the award for best undergraduate student.…
Last Republican Debate of 2015: Stage Set
On Tuesday, December 15th, CNN will host the 5th and final republican debate of the year. Out of the many republican candidates this race started with the game is getting more and more competitive and the list of competition is getting shorter. The 6pm debate will showcase the 4 lowest ranked candidates: Mike Huckabee, Rick…
Sponsored Student Programs Appreciation Awards Announced
The University of Arkansas Graduate School and International Education is pleased to announce the recipients of the annual Sponsored Student Programs Appreciation Awards for fall 2015. Since 2010, an award has been presented each year to faculty and staff members who have facilitated an aspect of the sponsored student process, encouraged or mentored sponsored students…
University Keeps Students Safe While Abroad
By: Antoinette Grajeda Meaghan Pulliam is one of about 95 University of Arkansas students studying abroad this semester. Studying abroad has always been a priority for her. “I always loved meeting kids from other countries and talking to them about all the little differences that we had in between our cultures,” Pulliam said. The senior…
Anonymous Letter Calls for Resignation of Razorback Volleyball Coach
Today, the University of Arkansas Athletic Department received a letter concerning the head volleyball coach, Robert Pulliza. This letter was sent to the athletic department, media outlets, and the NCAA by a group of “Concerned Razorback Parents.” The letter states that Pulliza calls the players names, degrades them, and also insults them. Associate Athletic Director,…
Students Combat Negative Attitudes Toward Muslims
By: Antoinette Grajeda A recent Middle East Studies research conference featured topics ranging from sexuality to religion. Teaching others about the religion of Islam is important to Naseer Naseem, president of the Al-Islam Students Association, which formed on campus after the September 11 attacks. “After the attacks there were so many negative stigmas about Islam…
Hunter Henry Named The Best Tight End In The Nation
Since the preseason, that’s what college football’s top coaches, NFL Draft analysts, national media members and fans across the country have called him. No one ever questioned it. But today, it’s official. Arkansas junior tight end Hunter Henry has been named the 2015 John Mackey Award winner as the nation’s most outstanding collegiate tight end,…
UAPD Uses Canines to Protect Campus
By: Antoinette Grajeda Inside the Randal Tyson track center on a Tuesday morning you’ll find athletes with four legs instead of two. It’s here University of Arkansas Police Department officers like Corporal David Nguyen train their canine counterparts. “If they don’t train, they lose that skill and we don’t want that,” Nguyen said. Training UAPD’s…